(WHDH) — Researchers say there are compounds in cannabis that may be able to help protect against COVID-19.

A new study out of Oregon claims that in the lab, two compounds prevented the virus that causes COVID-19 from penetrating healthy human cells. Both compounds are commonly found in hemp.

The scientists say their study did not involve trying out the cannabis protection method on people.

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